How do you feel about players talking about wanting personal records and awards?

I think it should be like Fight Club. First rule is to never discuss Fight Club. I think personal records and awards should be the same. Yes, these guys obviously want the personal records and awards, but the main goal is the team and the focus should be exclusively the team. Take a cue from Manning. He always sidesteps a discussion about a personal record or award while Adrian Peterson (whom I have a ton of respect for, so do not misinterpret me) talked about wanting the rushing record and the MVP trophy.

I just think it is not the highest road you could take to draw attention to yourself in that way in a team sport.

re: How do you feel about players talking about wanting personal records and awards?(Posted by LeonPhelps on 1/2/13 at 7:33 pm to SlowFlowPro)

quote:you don't understand what it takes to be a top-flight sports performer

cockiness is part of their greatness

There is a difference between cockiness and confidence. Newton is cocky and a POS. Manning, Brady, and Brees are confident but not cocky. You never hear any of them discuss personal accolades. I want every NFL player to show the same level of humility and character. I cannot stand showboats.

re: How do you feel about players talking about wanting personal records and awards?(Posted by Dr. 3 on 1/2/13 at 7:34 pm to LeonPhelps)

Just dont give me some bull shite. If it matters to you let me know. It wasnt as important to some as it was others, but there is always a hint of moral superiority if someone says "as long as we win" or "I dont look at stats". As if distracts the LT from blocking.

re: How do you feel about players talking about wanting personal records and awards?(Posted by theOG on 1/2/13 at 7:35 pm to LeonPhelps)

i think players should aspire to be the absolute best they can be. when a player such as AD has a legitimate chance to break a record and he is asked a question about breaking that record, i see no reason why he should side step the question. he never answered those questions in a cocky manner; he was asked questions and answered them honestly. IMO, that is the best way to go.